Reveal the truth in the Panopticon
Achimphang Studios has released Panopticon on Steam, offering players an intense mystery adventure set within the walls of a seemingly ordinary cafe. You can get it for just $4.89 with a 30% discount until January 11, 2026. Also be sure to check out the official trailer below to get a taste of the creepy mystery ahead.
In Panopticon, players take on the role of a part-time cafe worker whose routine quickly turns into a series of eerie and disturbing events. The café owner monitors each employee through an extensive network of CCTV cameras, sending instructions via text messages. Every action is tracked in real time, and repeated mistakes can have serious consequences, even ending the game. This creates an observational gameplay experience that combines pressure and curiosity.
Players participate in a realistic cafe simulation, performing tasks such as brewing coffee, mopping floors, and washing dishes. These actions require attention and skill as they rely on interactive mechanics such as quick events and drag-and-drop operations rather than simple button presses. In addition to everyday challenges, the game features classic adventure-style puzzles that add depth and variety to the gameplay.
The story unfolds through dialogue scenes created using Unreal Engine MetaHuman technology, which captures nuanced facial expressions and cinematic camera angles. This visual authenticity increases the psychological stress of constant surveillance. As the story progresses, players must piece together the cafe's hidden secrets and the motives of those who watch over it.
Panopticon combines the familiar daily grind of a cafe with a growing sense of anxiety, offering adventure game fans a unique combination of simulation, mystery and psychological intrigue.
